2026 Defender 130 Model Review with Prices, Photos, & Specs
Defender 130
Key Features
- Starting at $73,000 MSRP*
- Choice of 3.0-liter I6 gasoline engine producing 296 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, a 3.0-liter I6 with mild hybrid system producing 395 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque, or a supercharged 5.0-liter V8 producing 493 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque
- Standard all-wheel drive with win-speed transfer box
- Three rows of seating for up to 8 adults
- LED headlights with Auto High Beam Assist
- 13.1-inch Touchscreen with Pivi Pro
- 3D Surround Camera
- Grained leather seat facings, 12-way heated, electric memory front seats with 2-way manual headrests
About the Defender 130
The Defender is built for off-road, no matter which configuration you go for. If you have a lot of gear or people to carry, the Defender 130 is the way to go. A full 13.4 inches longer than a Defender 110, or 15.9 inches longer than the Discovery, the Defender 130 offers the most third-row space of any Land Rover and the most cargo space behind those seats as well. Fold both back rows of seats down and you have a massive 89.0 cubic feet of cargo space, enough for a truly epic off-road adventure. The long list of accessories and equipment for the Defender carries over to the Defender 130 as well so you can be even better prepared for all sorts of conditions.
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What’s New for 2026
For 2026, the Defender 130 gets a number of minor tweaks and updates that are worth highlighting. Starting with the exterior of the vehicle, you’ll notice new front and rear bumpers along with updated headlight surrounds. Other changes include new 22-inch alloy wheel options and two new exterior colors (Borasco Silver and Woolstone Green). Shifting focus to the interior, the Defender 130 receives an upgraded 13.1-inch touchscreen, a new gear shift lever, and a revised center console design. Finally, an available onboard air compressor is now an option for the Defender 130.
Defender 130 Features
Built For Adventure
The Land Rover brand is built on impressive off-roading ability, and the Defender is the most off-road-focused model in the lineup. The Defender 130 adds to this by not only giving you more space for hauling gear and/or people, but height-adjustable air suspension is standard on the Defender 130 and only the Defender 130. This greatly improves off-roading ability by increasing ground clearance, a vital component of traversing rough terrain. Land Rover builds several models that are capable of reaching an 8,200-lb towing capacity depending on the powertrain you select. But the Defender 130 is the only model that hits this figure no matter the powertrain.
Innovative Technology
The Defender lineup already offered many choices for your perfect configuration, but there are so many more options available to make your Defender 130 exactly what you need. There are several trims, drivetrains, accessory packs, appearance packs, and quite a few individual options. Land Rover knows that the Defender 130 is used for a wide variety of different applications and that a wide range of configurations will be a big help with this. That’s why the Explorer Pack comes with extra gear-carrying options like side-mounted lockable and waterproof storage boxes, as well as a lightweight roof rack, while the Country Pack comes with a portable rinse system and a cargo space partition that allows you to carry animals without it coming at the expense of your interior.
Comfortable Interior
Those who aren’t familiar with Land Rover might think that comfort and utility are mutually exclusive, but the Defender 130 proves that this just isn’t true. The interior is spacious, even for those sitting in the third row, a huge advantage over other three-row SUVs. The front seats are heated 12-way power adjustable with optional Windsor leather. All models come equipped with the cutting-edge 13.1-inch Pivi Pro touchscreen display for a truly immersive infotainment experience. You can also get the Cold Climate Pack which adds a heated steering wheel, heated washer jets, and a heated windshield.
Trims & Specs
Defender 130 S
Starting at $73,000 MSRP*
- Electronic Air Suspension with Adaptive Dynamics
- LED headlights with Auto High Beam Assist
- Wade Sensing
- Lane Keep Assist
- 13.1-inch Touchscreen with Pivi Pro
Defender 130 X-Dynamic SE
Starting at $84,400 MSRP*
- Meridian™ Surround Sound System
- Terrain Response
- Online Pack with Data Plan
- Three-Zone Climate Control with Rear Heating and Cooling Assist
- Adaptive Cruise Control
Defender 130 Outbound
Starting at $86,700 MSRP*
- Resist Seats with Ebony Morzine headlining
- 12-way electric memory front seats with 2-way manual headrests
- Outbound Edition hood decal
- Illuminated metal treadplates with DEFENDER scrip
- Configurable Cabin Lighting
Defender 130 X
Starting at $105,000 MSRP*
- Ebony Windsor leather and Kvadrat™ Seats
- Signature Interior Upgrade
- X Badge
- 40:40:20 folding, heated third row seats
- Wireless device charging
Defender 130 V8
Starting at $123,900 MSRP*
- 5.0-liter supercharged V8 engine producing 493 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque
- Quad outboard mounted exhaust pipes
- Shadow Atlas badging
- Advanced Tow Assist
- Electronic Active Differential with Torque Vectoring by Braking
*Starting at price shown is the current Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price and subject to change. Excludes destination & delivery charge ($1,275 for Range Rover Evoque and Discovery Sport, $1,375 for Range Rover Velar, $2,150 for Range Rover, $1,850 for Range Rover Sport, Discovery and Defender). Tax, title, license, and retailer fees, all due at signing, and optional equipment. Base Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price excludes destination & delivery charge and may include optional equipment but excludes tax, title, license, and retailer fees, all due at signing. Total Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price includes destination & delivery charge and may include optional equipment but excludes tax, title, license, and retailer fees, all due at signing. Retailer price, terms and vehicle availability may vary. See your local authorized Land Rover Retailer for details.